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Alaska’s proving that distance doesn’t have to be a barrier to care. Our Rural Health Transformation team visited tribal health and community partners, seeing how telehealth, mobile clinics, and remote pharmacy services are bringing care to some of our most remote communities.
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From telehealth and air transport to workforce housing and rural physician training, Hawaii is tackling healthcare challenges with innovation and urgency. Our Rural Health Transformation team saw firsthand how these investments are expanding access to care across the islands.🌺🚁
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Hawaii is investing in the future of rural care—expanding in-state physician training, growing telehealth, launching a rural air medical transport program, and building stronger EMS networks to connect patients with care faster, no matter which island they call home.
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From tribally-owned FQHCs to rural birthing hospitals, Idaho is showing what's possible when rural healthcare gets the support it needs. Our team visited Idaho to see how it’s helping keep maternity care, dental care, emergency services and other essential services close to home.
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CMS is strengthening oversight of Medicaid demonstration projects to ensure innovation delivers results—not higher costs. New guidance promotes accountability, protects taxpayers, and helps states improve outcomes while staying within budget. cms.gov/newsroom/press-relea…
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We applaud @GaDPH for utilizing their Rural Health Transformation funding to award $12.7M through its’ GREAT Health Program to expand newborn screenings, train nurses, support brain injury survivors, and more for rural Georgia. Learn more: greathealth.georgia.gov
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Our Rural Health Transformation team was on the ground in New Hampshire to learn how RHT funding is expanding behavioral health, strengthening hospitals, supporting mobile clinics, and recruiting and retaining healthcare workers through childcare investments.
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CMS launched a nationwide framework to implement Medicaid work requirements, providing states with clear guidance while promoting employment, economic mobility, and opportunity for eligible adults. cms.gov/newsroom/press-relea…
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Our Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program team recently visited Nevada to see firsthand how the state is prioritizing their RHT funds – including improvements at rural hospitals, reaching tribal communities, increasing access to care, and utilizing technology.
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You can learn more about Nevada’s Rual Health Transformation initiatives here: nvha.nv.gov/RHTP/rhtp-initia…
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CMS is proposing new rules to strengthen Medicaid program integrity and rein in rising costs. The proposal increases oversight and transparency for state directed payments and aligns payments with Medicare rates—while supporting beneficiary access to care. cms.gov/newsroom/press-relea…
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CMS released an updated Early & Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, & Treatment Coverage Guide to help states deliver the full scope of care for children under Medicaid & CHIP—supporting stronger programs & better health outcomes at every stage of development. medicaid.gov/medicaid/benefi…
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CMS Deputy Administrator and Medicaid and CHIP Director Dan Brillman joined the Health Evolution Summit to share our top priorities and the actions we’re taking to protect patients and strengthen our healthcare system. Thanks to everyone who joined the conversation!
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CMS Principal Deputy Director of Medicaid and CHIP services Caprice Knapp recently attended the Nashville Health Care Council’s D.C. Delegation to discuss efforts to root out waste, fraud, and abuse and upcoming community engagement requirements.
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Tobacco use is a major cause of premature death and disease, and is one of the greatest drivers of health care costs. CMS has released four infographics highlighting tobacco’s impact to patients and the health industry: medicaid.gov/medicaid/qualit…
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Reminder: CMS offers quality improvement technical assistance to help states improve their tobacco cessation services for Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. medicaid.gov/medicaid/qualit…
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ICYMI: We recently visited rural Louisiana to learn more about @LADeptHealth’s latest efforts in transforming rural health and how we at @CMSGov can continue to support their mission. Keep checking back for more updates as we visit states across the country!
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In response to the Working Families Tax Cut Legislation, CMS is implementing restrictions of federal dollars for Medicaid and CHIP coverage for many noncitizens -- safeguarding taxpayer dollars and protecting Medicaid for our most vulnerable.
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CMS has released guidance on the various categories of eligibility and will monitor and enforce guardrails on how states are using federal funding: cms.gov/newsroom/press-relea…
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